How much does a printing press operator make in Washington?
$49,800a year
Median yearly pay for printing press operators in Washington. That is $23.94 an hour or $4,150 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.94
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,660Median: $49,800Highest 10%: $70,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,660 | $19.07 | |
| 25th | $46,120 | $22.17 | |
| Median | $49,800 | $23.94 | |
| 75th | $60,130 | $28.91 | |
| 90th | $70,030 | $33.67 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $52,040 |
| Olympia, WA | $49,750 |
| Portland, OR | $49,670 |
| Bellingham, WA | $48,420 |
| Kennewick, WA | $47,910 |
| Yakima, WA | $47,540 |
| Spokane, WA | $47,030 |
| Longview, WA | $45,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for printing press operators.
| 1. District of Columbia | $116,600 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $53,050 |
| 3. New Jersey | $50,430 |
| 4. Washington | $49,800 |
| 5. Oregon | $48,760 |
| 6. Minnesota | $48,560 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $48,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a printing press operator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $23.94 ($49,800 a year).
Do printing press operators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $49,800 against $45,780 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Washington rank for printing press operator pay?
Washington ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays printing press operators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $52,040 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.